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| Date March 6, 2017 |
Report No. IF10098 |
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Updated March 6, 2017 Major Disaster Assistance from the DRF: South Carolina Overview The Disaster Relief Fund (DRF) is managed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and is the primary source of federal assistance following a major disaster declaration. The authority to declare a major disaster is provided to the President under the Robert T. Stafford Emergency Relief and Disaster ...
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| Date March 6, 2017 |
Report No. IF10078 |
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Updated March 6, 2017 Major Disaster Assistance from the DRF: Maryland Overview The Disaster Relief Fund (DRF) is managed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and is the primary source of federal assistance following a major disaster declaration. The authority to declare a major disaster is provided to the President under the Robert T. Stafford Emergency Relief and Disaster Assistance ...
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| Date March 6, 2017 |
Report No. R44197 |
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U.S. Secret Service: Selected Issues and Executive and Congressional Responses Shawn Reese Analyst in Emergency Management and Homeland Security Policy March 6, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R44197 U.S. Secret Service: Selected Issues and Executive and Congressional Responses Summary Since 1865, the U.S. Secret Service (USSS) has investigated counterfeiting, and since 1901 ...
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| Date March 6, 2017 |
Report No. IF10549 |
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Updated March 6, 2017 Deficits and Debt Net deficits and debt are the primary short- and long-term measurements of federal budget performance, which represents a critical congressional responsibility. This In Focus summarizes debt, deficits, and their interaction at the federal level; analyzes recent outcomes and their interaction with the economy; and discusses Congressional options for debt and ...
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| Date March 3, 2017 |
Report No. R44777 |
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WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement Rachel F. Fefer Analyst in International Trade and Finance Vivian C. Jones Specialist in International Trade and Finance March 3, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R44777 WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement Summary The Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA), finalized in December 2013, is the newest international trade agreement in the World Trade ...
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| Date March 3, 2017 |
Report No. IN10664 |
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S. 385 Provisions Also known as the Portman-Shaheen bill, S. 385 has four energy efficiency titles (buildings, industry, federal agencies, and regulatory measures) and one title on budget matters. Title I would update model building energy codes and encourage adoption by state and local governments and American Indian Tribes ( 101); authorize grants to universities to establish building training ...
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| Date March 2, 2017 |
Report No. R44586 |
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GI Bill Legislation Enacted in the 114th Congress Updated March 2, 2017 Congressional Research Service https://crsreports.congress.gov R44586 GI Bill Legislation Enacted in the 114th Congress Summary The GI Bills provide financial assistance to individuals, whose eligibility is based on their or a family member s experience in the uniformed services, while they are enrolled in approved programs of ...
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| Date March 2, 2017 |
Report No. R43312 |
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U.S.-Mexican Water Sharing: Background and Recent Developments Nicole T. Carter Acting Section Research Manager Stephen P. Mulligan Legislative Attorney Clare Ribando Seelke Specialist in Latin American Affairs March 2, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R43312 U.S.-Mexican Water Sharing: Background and Recent Developments Summary The United States and Mexico share the waters ...
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| Date March 2, 2017 |
Report No. R44190 |
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News and Transcript Resources: Fact Sheet Laura L. Monagle Technical Information Specialist March 2, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R44190 News and Transcript Resources: Fact Sheet Introduction Searching for news items can sometimes be challenging. Despite the apparent ease of free online resources like Google News, there is a significant amount of news coverage (especially ...
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| Date March 2, 2017 |
Report No. PRECEDENT |
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MEMORANDUM March 2, 2017 Subject: Precedent for the Service of Active Duty Three-Star Generals and Flag Officers as the Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs From: Heidi Peters, Research Librarian, 7-0702 Lawrence Kapp, Specialist in Military Manpower Policy, 7-7609 Kathleen McInnis, Analyst in International Security, 7-1416 This memorandum was prepared to enable distribution to ...
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| Date March 2, 2017 |
Report No. ZZZ377A38432C7C211B |
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MEMORANDUM March 2, 2017 Subject: Precedent for the Service of Active Duty Three-Star Generals and Flag Officers as the Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs From: Heidi Peters, Research Librarian, 7-0702 Lawrence Kapp, Specialist in Military Manpower Policy, 7-7609 Kathleen McInnis, Analyst in International Security, 7-1416 This memorandum was prepared to enable distribution to ...
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| Date March 2, 2017 |
Report No. IN10658 |
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CRS INSIGHT The Greek Debt Crisis: Continuing Challenges March 2, 2017 (IN10658) | Related Author Rebecca M. Nelson | Rebecca M. Nelson, Specialist in International Trade and Finance (rnelson@crs.loc.gov, 7-6819) Nearly seven years after receiving its first financial rescue package, the Greek government continues to grapple with a serious debt crisis. Most economists believe that Greece's public ...
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| Date March 2, 2017 |
Report No. IF10612 |
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March 2, 2017 Counterterrorism Issues: Islamic State Financing Introduction The Islamic State (IS, aka ISIL/ISIS or the Arabic acronym Da esh) is a U.S.-designated Foreign Terrorist Organization that has controlled parts of Iraq and Syria since 2014 and has threatened to conduct attacks against the United States and its citizens. As part of broader efforts to restrict the group s ability to ...
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| Date March 1, 2017 |
Report No. R44772 |
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Majority, Concurring, and Dissenting Opinions by Judge Neil M. Gorsuch Michael John Garcia, Coordinator Acting Section Research Manager Sarah S. Herman Legislative Attorney Stephen P. Mulligan Legislative Attorney Linda Tsang Legislative Attorney Alexandra M. Wyatt Legislative Attorney March 1, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R44772 Majority, Concurring, and Dissenting ...
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| Date March 1, 2017 |
Report No. R44773 |
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The Scalia Vacancy in Historical Context: Frequently Asked Questions Barry J. McMillion Analyst in American National Government March 1, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R44773 The Scalia Vacancy in Historical Context: Frequently Asked Questions Summary The procedure for appointing a Justice to the Supreme Court of the United States is provided for by the Constitution in only ...
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| Date March 1, 2017 |
Report No. R44776 |
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Anti-Money Laundering: An Overview for Congress Rena S. Miller Specialist in Financial Economics Liana W. Rosen Specialist in International Crime and Narcotics March 1, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R44776 Anti-Money Laundering: An Overview for Congress Summary Anti-money laundering (AML) refers to efforts to prevent criminal exploitation of financial systems to conceal ...
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| Date March 1, 2017 |
Report No. IG10007 |
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Presentation of Legislation and the Veto Process March 1, 2017 Author Information Meghan M. Stuessy Analyst in Government Organization and Management Disclaimer This document was prepared by the Congressional Research Service (CRS). CRS serves as nonpartisan shared staff to congressional committees and Members of Congress. It operates solely at the behest of and under the direction of Congress. ...
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| Date March 1, 2017 |
Report No. IF10610 |
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March 1, 2017 th th Cybersecurity Legislation in the 113 and 114 Congresses The legislative framework for cybersecurity is complex, with more than 50 federal laws affecting various aspects of it. Nevertheless, since the 111th Congress, more than 300 bills have been introduced that would address a range of cybersecurity issues. Several that were enacted in the 113th and 114th Congresses are ...
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| Date March 1, 2017 |
Report No. IN10657 |
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Since the end of World War II, successive U.S. Administrations and many Members of Congress have supported a strong transatlantic relationship, largely built upon the pillars of NATO and the European Union (EU), and a shared U.S.-European commitment to an open international trading system. The creation of NATO was meant to provide collective defense and a U.S. security umbrella, while U.S. ...
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| Date Feb. 28, 2017 |
Report No. R44774 |
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Federally Funded Academic Research Requirements: Background and Issues in Brief Laurie A. Harris Analyst in Science and Technology Policy Marcy E. Gallo Analyst in Science and Technology Policy February 28, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R44774 Federally Funded Academic Research Requirements: Background and Issues in Brief Summary For decades, the federal government and ...
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| Date Feb. 28, 2017 |
Report No. R44771 |
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An Overview of Recent Tax Reform Proposals Mark P. Keightley Specialist in Economics February 28, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R44771 An Overview of Recent Tax Reform Proposals Summary Many agree that the U.S. tax system is in need of reform. Congress continues to explore ways to make the U.S. tax system simpler, fairer, and more efficient. In doing so, lawmakers confront ...
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| Date Feb. 28, 2017 |
Report No. IF10133 |
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Updated February 28, 2017 California Drought: Water Supply and Conveyance Issues Overview Despite recent rain, snowstorms, and severe flooding, portions of California primarily the south-central coast and Southern California continue to experience moderate to severe drought. (See Figure 1.) Compared to a year ago, however, statewide conditions have improved greatly. The 2015-2016 winter was the ...
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| Date Feb. 24, 2017 |
Report No. R40119 |
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Filling Advice and Consent Positions at the Outset of Recent Administrations, 1981-2009 Henry B. Hogue Specialist in American National Government Michael Greene Analyst on the Congress and the Legislative Process Elizabeth Rybicki Specialist on Congress and the Legislative Process February 24, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R40119 Filling Advice and Consent Positions at the ...
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| Date Feb. 23, 2017 |
Report No. R44769 |
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Provisions Affecting the Congressional Budget Process Included in H.Res. 5 (115th Congress) Megan S. Lynch Specialist on Congress and the Legislative Process James V. Saturno Specialist on Congress and the Legislative Process February 23, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R44769 Provisions Affecting the Congressional Budget Process in H.Res.5 Summary On January 3, 2017, the ...
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| Date Feb. 22, 2017 |
Report No. R44662 |
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Health Care-Related Expiring Provisions of the 115th Congress, First Session Joy M. Grossman, Coordinator Section Research Manager February 22, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R44662 Health Care-Related Expiring Provisions of the 115th Congress, First Session Summary This report provides descriptions of selected health care-related provisions that are scheduled to expire ...
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| Date Feb. 22, 2017 |
Report No. R44768 |
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Dear Colleague Letters in the House of Representatives: Past Practices and Issues for Congress Jacob R. Straus Specialist on the Congress February 22, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R44768 Dear Colleague Letters in the House of Representatives Summary The practice of one Member, committee, or office broadly corresponding to other Members, committee, or officers dates back ...
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| Date Feb. 22, 2017 |
Report No. IF10223 |
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Updated February 22, 2017 Fundamental Elements of the U.S. Sugar Program Overview The U.S. sugar program is singular among major farm commodity programs in that it combines a floor price guarantee with a supply management structure that encompasses both domestic production for human use and sugar imports. Historically, the U.S. sugar market has been managed to help stabilize supplies and support ...
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| Date Feb. 22, 2017 |
Report No. LAW-LEAKS |
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CRS Reports & Analysis Legal Sidebar The Law and Leaks to the Press 02/22/2017 President Trump has expressed concern over leaks to the press from within the Executive Branch. Earlier administrations, particularly the Obama Administration, acted upon similar concerns to prosecute officials, employees, and contractors who leaked classified information or certain military information to the press. ...
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| Date Feb. 22, 2017 |
Report No. ZZZ517B6C8D418B1711 |
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CRS Reports & Analysis Legal Sidebar The Law and Leaks to the Press 02/22/2017 President Trump has expressed concern over leaks to the press from within the Executive Branch. Earlier administrations, particularly the Obama Administration, acted upon similar concerns to prosecute officials, employees, and contractors who leaked classified information or certain military information to the press. ...
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| Date Feb. 21, 2017 |
Report No. R44304 |
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Housing Issues in the 114th Congress Katie Jones, Coordinator Analyst in Housing Policy David H. Carpenter Legislative Attorney Sean M. Hoskins Section Research Manager Mark P. Keightley Specialist in Economics Maggie McCarty Specialist in Housing Policy Libby Perl Specialist in Housing Policy N. Eric Weiss Specialist in Financial Economics February 21, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 ...
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| Date Feb. 21, 2017 |
Report No. R43760 |
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A New Authorization for Use of Military Force Against the Islamic State: Issues and Current Proposals Matthew C. Weed Specialist in Foreign Policy Legislation February 21, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R43760 A New Authorization for Use of Military Force Against the Islamic State Summary Since the United States embarked on a strategy to counter the Islamic State (also ...
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| Date Feb. 21, 2017 |
Report No. IN10655 |
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CRS INSIGHT Current Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) Issues February 21, 2017 (IN10655) | Related Author Steven A. Hildreth | Steven A. Hildreth, Specialist in U.S. and Foreign National Security Programs (shildreth@crs.loc.gov, 7-7635) Little detail is currently available about the Trump Administration's agenda for missile defense and whether current policy or program direction might change. The ...
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| Date Feb. 21, 2017 |
Report No. IN10650 |
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In 2016, the United States imported 588 thousand barrels per day (m/d) of Mexican crude oil valued at $7.6 billion. Recently, the Trump Administration floated the idea of imposing of a 20% tax on imports from Mexico, presumably including crude oil imports, to fund the construction of a wall along the U.S.-Mexican border. Although subsequent Administration statements have raised doubts about this ...
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| Date Feb. 17, 2017 |
Report No. R43466 |
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Child Welfare: Oversight of Psychotropic Medication for Children in Foster Care (name redacted) Specialist in Social Policy (name redacted) Senior Research Librarian (name redacted) Specialist in Social Policy February 17, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-.... www.crs.gov R43466 Oversight of Psychotropic Medication Summary Children in foster care are children that the state has removed from ...
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| Date Feb. 17, 2017 |
Report No. R43895 |
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U.S. Sanctions and Russia s Economy Rebecca M. Nelson Specialist in International Trade and Finance February 17, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R43895 U.S. Sanctions and Russia s Economy Summary In response to Russia s annexation of the Crimean region of neighboring Ukraine and its support of separatist militants in Ukraine s east, the United States imposed a number of ...
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| Date Feb. 17, 2017 |
Report No. R44766 |
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Medicare Advantage Proposed Benchmark Update and Other Adjustments for CY2018: In Brief Paulette C. Morgan Specialist in Health Care Financing February 17, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R44766 Medicare Advantage Proposed Benchmark Update and Other Adjustments for CY2018 Contents Introduction ...
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| Date Feb. 16, 2017 |
Report No. R43699 |
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Key Historical Court Decisions Shaping EPA s Program Under the Clean Air Act Linda Tsang Legislative Attorney Alexandra M. Wyatt Legislative Attorney February 16, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R43699 Key Historical Court Decisions Shaping EPA s Program Under the Clean Air Act Summary This report provides a selective overview of court decisions that historically have most ...
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| Date Feb. 16, 2017 |
Report No. IN10654 |
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CRS INSIGHT Challenges for U.S. Policymakers in Latin America and the Caribbean February 16, 2017 (IN10654) | Related Author Mark P. Sullivan | Mark P. Sullivan, Specialist in Latin American Affairs (msullivan@crs.loc.gov, 7-7689) The Latin American and Caribbean region has made significant political and economic advances over the past three decades, but challenges remain. Regular free and fair ...
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| Date Feb. 15, 2017 |
Report No. R43128 |
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Oil Sands and the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund: The Definition of Oil and Related Issues for Congress Jonathan L. Ramseur Specialist in Environmental Policy February 15, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R43128 Oil Sands and the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund: The Definition of Oil Summary In 2005, the United States imported approximately 217 million barrels of oil-sands- ...
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| Date Feb. 15, 2017 |
Report No. IF10455 |
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Updated February 15, 2017 Harbor Deepening: Federal Studies and Construction Projects Deep-draft coastal harbors handle a large volume of U.S. imports and exports. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) is responsible for improving and maintaining federal navigation channels. An issue for Congress is that demand for the Corps to deepen harbors outpaces what the agency delivers at recent funding ...
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| Date Feb. 15, 2017 |
Report No. IN10653 |
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CRS INSIGHT Sanctuary Jurisdictions: Congressional Action and President Trump's Interior Enforcement Executive Order February 15, 2017 (IN10653) | Related Author William A. Kandel | William A. Kandel, Analyst in Immigration Policy (wkandel@crs.loc.gov, 7-4703) President Trump's executive order (EO) "Enhancing Public Safety in the Interior of the United States" issued on January 25, 2017, seeks, ...
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| Date Feb. 15, 2017 |
Report No. IF10601 |
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Updated February 15, 2017 Transnational Crime Issues: Global Trends Overview Introduction Transnational organized crime (TOC) is perceived by many to have evolved into a significant and potentially growing global issue with political, economic, and security implications. According to U.S. government reports, TOC groups may be involved in the accumulation of wealth, both from illegal activities as ...
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| Date Feb. 14, 2017 |
Report No. R44697 |
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Long-Term Care Services for Veterans Kirsten J. Colello Specialist in Health and Aging Policy Sidath Viranga Panangala Specialist in Veterans Policy February 14, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov R44697 Long-Term Care Services for Veterans Summary The Veterans Health Administration (VHA), an operating unit of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is a direct service ...
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| Date Feb. 14, 2017 |
Report No. IN10644 |
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CRS INSIGHT Army Corps Easement Process and Dakota Access Pipeline Easement Status February 14, 2017 (IN10644) | Related Author Nicole T. Carter | Nicole T. Carter, Acting Section Research Manager (ncarter@crs.loc.gov, 7-0854) The Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL) is a 1,172-mile pipeline system to transport oil from North Dakota to Illinois. The pipeline's developer is pursuing a route that would ...
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| Date Feb. 14, 2017 |
Report No. IN10623 |
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CRS INSIGHT The Federal Budget Deficit and the Business Cycle February 14, 2017 (IN10623) | Related Authors Grant A. Driessen Marc Labonte | Grant A. Driessen, Analyst in Public Finance (gdriessen@crs.loc.gov, 7-7757) Marc Labonte, Specialist in Macroeconomic Policy (mlabonte@crs.loc.gov, 7-0640) The annual federal budget deficit has fallen significantly over the course of the current economic ...
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| Date Feb. 14, 2017 |
Report No. RESTRICT |
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CRS Reports & Analysis Legal Sidebar Plan to Restrict Federal Grants to Sanctuary Jurisdictions Raises Legal Questions 02/14/2017 On January 25, 2017, President Trump issued Executive Order (EO) 13768, Enhancing Public Safety in the Interior of the United States. Among other things, this EO raises the prospect of withholding federal grant money from state or local government entities that have ...
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| Date Feb. 14, 2017 |
Report No. IN10624 |
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CRS INSIGHT "Fiscal Space" and the Federal Budget February 14, 2017 (IN10624) | Related Authors Grant A. Driessen Marc Labonte | Grant A. Driessen, Analyst in Public Finance (gdriessen@crs.loc.gov, 7-7757) Marc Labonte, Specialist in Macroeconomic Policy (mlabonte@crs.loc.gov, 7-0640) Policymakers are interested in the concept of "fiscal space," or the amount of room available for additional ...
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| Date Feb. 14, 2017 |
Report No. ZZZDBEC91A97CBF008F |
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CRS Reports & Analysis Legal Sidebar Plan to Restrict Federal Grants to Sanctuary Jurisdictions Raises Legal Questions 02/14/2017 On January 25, 2017, President Trump issued Executive Order (EO) 13768, Enhancing Public Safety in the Interior of the United States. Among other things, this EO raises the prospect of withholding federal grant money from state or local government entities that have ...
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| Date Feb. 13, 2017 |
Report No. ESSENTIAL |
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CRS Reports & Analysis Legal Sidebar The Essential Neil Gorsuch Reader: What Judge Gorsuch Cases Should You Read? 02/13/2017 Following President Trump s nomination of Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court, Senators have reportedly begun meeting with the nominee who could succeed Justice Antonin Scalia, as part of the initial phases of determining whether to provide Advice and Consent to the ...
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| Date Feb. 13, 2017 |
Report No. RL30076 |
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Congressional Gold Medals, 1776-2016 Matthew Eric Glassman Analyst on the Congress February 13, 2017 Congressional Research Service 7-5700 www.crs.gov RL30076 Congressional Gold Medals, 1776-2015 Summary Senators and Representatives are frequently asked to support or sponsor proposals recognizing historic events and outstanding achievements by individuals or institutions. Among the various forms ...
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